FLIR Vue Pro R 640 Thermal Imaging Camera is a compact infrared imaging camera that can be attached to Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS), such as drones, for taking thermographic and radiometric aerial imaging. In addition to gathering infrared imagery and the ability to sense through fog and smoke, this camera can collect detailed radiometric data and non-contact temperature measurements from an aerial perspective. The 640 x 512 VOx microbolometer sensor delivers calibrated thermographic data embedded in every pixel of still images that it collects. This data can then be analyzed later using the FLIR Tools or other optional software like ResearchIR, Matlab, ImageJ, Pix4D, and Drone Deploy. While in flight, you can control the camera via MAVLink (Micro Air Vehicle Link communicating protocol) flight controller and save video and images to an external micro-USB card. The collected data can also be extracted from the camera through a built-in mini-USB port.

For easy mounting to a drone, the housing offers several options such as a 1/4"-20 threaded socket, six M2 x 0.4 threaded holes (two on each side and on the bottom), and a detachable GoPro adapter with a snout mount. While mounted to your grounded aircraft, the camera can be easily configured wirelessly via its built-in low-power Bluetooth module using your iOS or Android device. While in air, the camera will allow operators to conduct search and rescue operations, agricultural surveys, and security missions at altitudes of up to 40,000'.

Note: Export of this device described herein is strictly prohibited without a valid export license issued by the U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, as prescribed in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Title 22, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 120-130, and/or by the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry Security, as prescribed in the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Title 15, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 730-780. For further information contact the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls and/or the Bureau of Industry Security.

Applicators, Use, and Handling

Optimized for radiometric areal thermography

Captures accurate non-contact temperature measurements

Saves images with calibrated temperature data embedded in every pixel

Provides on-board recording and data storage on a microSD memory card

Captures JPEG and radiometric R-JPEG images for analysis with thermography and reporting software

Records 8-bit digital MJPEG or H.264 videos and 14-bit TIFF images

MAVLink integration and camera control through the 7-pin mini-USB accessory port

Allows remote control of camera functions like color palettes, recording, and e-zoom